Walker County Animal Shelter Receives Accolades

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The Walker County Animal Shelter reached no-kill status in 2022, according to Best Friends Animal Society’s annual data report.  This means the shelter saved more than 90% of the dogs and cats that entered the shelter last year. According to intake and live outcome data tracked by Best Friends, the Walker County Animal Shelter helped save 93.9% of shelter … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Receives Accolades

Walker 180 for November 2023

Voters approve a new TSPLOST, the county enacts a 45-day burn ban and the Animal Shelter reaches "no kill" status... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Animal Welfare Check Leads to Two Arrests at Home with Nearly 200 Animals

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Updated at 8:45 a.m. on September 14 to reflect new numbers and information. A Walker County couple faces charges of animal cruelty after the discovery of nearly 200 dogs, pigs, rabbits and chickens on their property, many living in unsanitary conditions and without shelter. 57-year old Patty Bryant and her husband, 72-year old Jerry Bryant, … Continue reading Animal Welfare Check Leads to Two Arrests at Home with Nearly 200 Animals

Second Person Arrested in Animal Hoarding Case in Walker County

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LaFayette, GA (August 15, 2023) – A second person has been arrested and charged in connection with an animal hoarding case that has now resulted in 101 cats and 3 dogs being removed from a property in south Walker County. 76-year old Dee Darren Decker faces one count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals in connection … Continue reading Second Person Arrested in Animal Hoarding Case in Walker County

Woman Arrested After More Than 100 Animals Removed from Hoarding Situation in Walker County

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LaFayette, GA (August 14, 2023) – A call to the Walker County Animal Shelter requesting an animal welfare check resulted in the recovery of more than 100 cats and dogs from a property on South Dick Creek Road. On August 9th, Walker County Animal Services attempted to inspect the property for malnourished animals, but the … Continue reading Woman Arrested After More Than 100 Animals Removed from Hoarding Situation in Walker County

Walker County Animal Shelter to Participate in Prison Dog Program

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The Walker County Animal Shelter and Walker State Prison will join forces in early 2023 to launch a new prison dog program. The program is designed to provide inmates with the opportunity to give back to the community by fostering and caring for homeless shelter dogs. In addition, inmates will learn a new skill set … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter to Participate in Prison Dog Program

Walker 180 for December 2022

Developers unveil plans for a new subdivision, the county teams up with the state for a new prison dog program, and connecting the Chickamauga Battlefield to Chickamauga... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch the video version of this production. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 11-10-22

The following occurred at this meeting -Veterans Day Proclamation -Sewer Use Ordinance update -Transit Grant Application -Acceptance of Sheila Gail Lane as a public road -Animal Assistance Agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections -October 2022 Stats -Appointment of new Police Chief SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this meeting. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Walker County Animal Shelter to Provide Toys to Children in Need & Good Homes for Shelter Pets

The front of the Walker County Animal Shelter. The building is made up of a green painted exterior with pictures of dogs and cats on the windows.

Chickamauga, GA (July 14, 2022) The Walker County Animal Shelter plans to combat the dog days of summer by celebrating Christmas in July next weekend. The shelter will host a special adopt-a-thon event July 22-24 in an effort to find good homes for as many pets as possible. During the event, the shelter will waive … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter to Provide Toys to Children in Need & Good Homes for Shelter Pets